Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: General Cleaner

Location: Dover, Delaware

Full Time - 37.5 Hours per week

Pay Rate: $15.25 per hour

POSITION PURPOSE

The General Cleaner is responsible for performing janitorial duties, including using the proper methods and materials to clean and care for assigned locations, equipment, and equipment storage areas. The janitorial duties include but are not limited to cleaning, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, sanitizing, and dusting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Follow safety policies and procedures ensuring maximum safety, security, and protection of all customers and company assets.
• Report any hazards or known/suspected security violations to the supervisor.
• Use wet or dry mop and/or auto scrubber to clean floors. Clean spills and other hazards promptly, minimizing potential slip-and-fall risks. Place caution signs to maintain a safe environment.
• Dust office furniture, cabinets and equipment.
• Empty and clean trash and recycling bins and ensure proper disposal of waste.
• Ensure restrooms are cleaned, disinfected and fully stocked.
• Clean and sanitize fixtures, countertops and other high-touch areas.
• Wipe down glass windows, doors and elevator surfaces.
• Vacuum carpets and rugs.
• Sweep entryways and walkways. Remove litter to ensure the exterior of the building is presentable.
• Secure facilities after completion of janitorial duties, as applicable.
• Maintain storage areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Inform the supervisor when supplies need to be replenished. Report any equipment maintenance or repair needs to the supervisor.
• Ensure maximum customer satisfaction. Work cooperatively with all internal and external customers to promote the achievement of the company mission.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

At least 1 month of related experience and/or training. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of standard cleaning equipment and supplies
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to stand, bend and walk for extended periods
• Ability to work varied hours/days based on business needs

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. To ensure safe working conditions, personal protection equipment (PPE) required for this position includes hand protection, eye protection when handling chemicals/cleaning equipment, and any other PPE that can reduce the possibility of injury.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

FINGER DEXTERITY: The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands and wrists.

TALKING: Talking to others to convey information effectively and to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

AVERAGE VISUAL ABILIITES: The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color, vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

INTENT AND FUNCTION OF POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Supervisors may assign additional functions and requirements as deemed appropriate.

Position descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. Goodwill Industries of Delaware and Delaware County, Inc. maintain its status as an at-will employer.

Revised July 2025

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office,

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